The Parlour Inn is a hotel conveniently located in the heart of beautiful Stratford, Ontario, Canada and is within walking distance of the Stratford Festival theatres. Our Stratford Festival hotel accommodations enable our guests to make the most out of their theatre getaway. Relax as you grab a bite to eat at our in-hotel restaurant, The Parlour Inn Restaurant, and unwind with our extensive wine selection from some of Ontario’s best wineries. Then take in Stratford’s infamous gardens during your strolls to the plays, musicals and productions of the Stratford Festival. The Parlour Inn is the best spot for you to create the perfect date night or evening out with friends when you’re visiting Stratford, Ontario…where the swans are plenty and the culture is always lively.
The Stratford Festival allows theatre-lovers from across Ontario to indulge in exceptional theatre performances and world-renowned plays and productions. Always an exceptional event, this year’s playbill promises to be an absolute favourite for this year's festival attendees. From classical Shakespearean dramas to re-energized contemporary pieces and musical productions, long-time fans of the theatre, as well as new visitors will fall in love with the acting, music, costumes, stage designs and productions that this infamous Ontario theatre festival has to offer.
The Stratford Festival runs annually from April through to November. During this time, theatre companies will put on over a dozen impeccable works between the four Stratford theatres, including:
The Parlour Inn is located just steps from each of the theatres, so our guests never have to worry about struggling to find parking prior to their show, making The Parlour Inn the ideal Stratford Festival hotel. Each production that runs during the Stratford Festival is uniquely wonderful which is why we recommend that you include more than one play during your Stratford Festival getaway to make the most of your experience.
Choose The Parlour Inn for your Stratford Festival accommodations – just 10-minute walk from the Stratford theatres. Enjoy a getaway that includes a world-class theatre experience, an exceptional restaurant and noteworthy service. Make it a theatre-filled weekend or return time and time again to relive your fun-filled experience in Stratford, Ontario and the new plays and productions. Our friendly and informative staff members will always be happy to welcome you and your loved ones back to The Parlour’s upscale hotel rooms and restaurant.
The Stratford Festival’s 2027 season celebrates the festival’s 75th anniversary with an exciting lineup of Shakespeare, beloved musicals, Canadian premieres, family shows and contemporary works. Under the artistic direction of Jonathan Church, the season honours Stratford's rich theatrical heritage while bringing fresh perspectives to the stage.
Audiences can look forward to a diverse collection of classics, major musicals, and new Canadian works showcased across the festival's four theatres.
The 2027 season brings together Shakespearean classics, historical dramas and acclaimed contemporary works that explore power, identity, ambition and the complexities of the human experience.
From beloved Broadway favourites to imaginative family entertainment, the season's musicals deliver unforgettable music, vibrant storytelling and theatrical spectacle.
The 2027 season highlights innovative Canadian storytelling alongside celebrated literary adaptations, offering fresh perspectives on beloved stories and compelling new voices.
Directed by Des McAnuff, Shakespeare's masterful tragedy anchors the festival’s 75th anniversary season with a powerful tale of revenge, family and political intrigue.
The beloved musical arrives in a spectacular new production filled with imagination, adventure and timeless songs.
Donna Feore directs and choreographs this Broadway favourite, packed with unforgettable characters, sharp wit and show-stopping performances.
Adapted from Hilary Mantel’s acclaimed novels, Jonathan Church directs a gripping historical drama that follows Thomas Cromwell’s rise to power in a world of shifting loyalties, political intrigue, and royal ambition, bringing one of England’s most turbulent eras to life.
The riveting sequel to Wolf Hall continues Cromwell's journey through the treacherous politics of Tudor England. As Anne Boleyn’s extraordinary rise gives way to a dramatic fall, this gripping historical drama captures a pivotal chapter in England’s transformation.
Noël Coward's sparkling comedy of fame, romance, and misadventure follows a celebrated stage idol whose life is thrown into hilarious chaos by those vying for his attention.
Kat Sandler’s celebrated adaptation of Lucy Maud Montgomery’s beloved novel follows the spirited Anne Shirley as she discovers friendship, belonging, and a place to call home.
A world-premiere Canadian musical adaptation of Mordecai Richler's beloved children’s book is filled with humour, courage and adventure.
A fresh staging of Shakespeare's classic comedy examining courtship, power and performance, directed by Krista Jackson.
Shakespeare's enduring drama explores justice, mercy and prejudice in a complex portrait of human relationships.
A compelling solo performance by Saul Rubinek that examines the legacy and lasting impact of Shylock, one of Shakespeare's most debated characters.
Written and performed by Saul Rubinek, this world premiere explores family history, identity, and storytelling, revealing why preserving even the most difficult histories matters.
Daniel David Moses’ acclaimed play explores love, identity, and the lasting impact of colonialism during a pivotal chapter of Canadian Indigenous history.